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Robin Femy, born on October 19, 1989, is a talented skier from Canada. He is well-known for his important role as a sighted guide in alpine skiing. He helps visually impaired athletes compete safely and successfully. Robin currently guides Mac Marcoux. Together, they achieved amazing success at the 2014 Winter Paralympics.
Robin Femy: A Top Sighted Guide
Robin Femy is a professional skier who acts as a "sighted guide." This means he skis just ahead of a visually impaired athlete. He uses voice commands to tell them about the turns, bumps, and changes in the slope. This partnership is very important for safety and speed in competitive skiing.
Paralympic Success with Mac Marcoux
Robin Femy and Mac Marcoux formed a strong team. Their hard work paid off at the 2014 Winter Paralympics in Sochi, Russia. They won three medals in alpine skiing:
- A gold medal in the men's visually impaired Giant slalom. This was a huge achievement!
- A bronze medal in the men's visually impaired Super-G race.
- Another bronze medal in the men's visually impaired Downhill event.
These medals showed their incredible teamwork and skill on the slopes.
Early Career and World Championships
Before teaming up with Mac Marcoux, Robin Femy also skied with another Canadian athlete, Chris Williamson. They competed together at the 2011 IPC Alpine Skiing World Championships. This event is a major competition for skiers with disabilities.
At the 2011 World Championships, Robin and Chris earned several medals:
- They finished second in the men's visually impaired Super-G race.
- They took third place in the visually impaired men's Downhill.
- They also earned third place in both the men's visually impaired Super Combined and Slalom races.
These early successes helped Robin become one of the most experienced and respected sighted guides in alpine skiing. His dedication helps visually impaired athletes reach their full potential.
